HLTA Position Available - Specialist School in BS13 | 15th October Start

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: BS13, Bristol
Start Date: 15th October
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive specialist school in BS13 that is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from 15th October.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs, supporting both their academic progress and personal development within a highly nurturing environment.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will:

• Lead learning activities and deliver planned interventions
• Support pupils with a range of additional learning needs
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to promote positive outcomes
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Support behaviour management and pupil wellbeing throughout the school day

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Confidence leading learning activities and supporting small groups independently
• HLTA status or substantial experience in a higher-level support role
• A positive, proactive, and nurturing approach

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to work in a rewarding specialist school setting
• A supportive and dedicated leadership team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a lasting impact on pupils' learning, confidence, and wellbeing

If you're passionate about supporting young people and are looking for your next opportunity as a HLTA, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Emily May at Teaching Personnel:
emily.may@teachingpersonnel.com

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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